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DK08 MGE

2008 Mercedes-benz Vito

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

104,001 mi
Last recorded104,001 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito123,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 MGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 104,001 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 104,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Dec 2019 103,887 miles

Central exhaust bracket broken

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear light cluster cracked

Fail 19 Dec 2019 103,874 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central exhaust bracket broken

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear light cluster cracked

Pass 19 Dec 2018 101,213 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 94,584 miles

Offside wide angle mirror lens missing

Pass 28 Feb 2017 84,257 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 77,865 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 66,801 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges.

corrosion around n/s/f and o/s/f jacking points.

corrosion on both front lower suspension arms.

corrosion on front subframe.

imbalance on parking brake performance.

imbalance on rear footbrake performance.

Pass 15 May 2014 58,344 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 49,194 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

surface corrosion on front and rear brake discs.

Pass 29 May 2012 43,421 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 43,415 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 5 May 2011 32,245 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 32,245 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 20,498 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,866 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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DK08 MGE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 123,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK08 MGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 MGE registered?

DK08 MGE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is DK08 MGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 MGE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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